The Worshipful Company of Woolmen

26/04/2026

We were delighted to witness the re-installation of the Master at the Worshipful Company of Woolmen at St. Vedast-alias-Foster last week.

Following unforeseen circumstances, the Court ensured continuity of leadership and we are incredibly grateful for the continued service, experience and steady guidance that will shape the year ahead.

Our thoughts are with those affected, and we wish them a full and speedy recovery.

19/03/2026

Spring on the move 🐑🌿

Flocks returning to fresh pasture, lambs at heel, and the season turning once again.

Moments like this sit at the very heart of British wool — a natural fibre shaped by landscape, tradition, and time.

11/03/2026

Signing of the Armed Forces Covenant 🇬🇧

At the Alms Court in York, the Master signed the Armed Forces Covenant on behalf of the Worshipful Company of Woolmen, committing the Company to support the Armed Forces community wherever possible.

The Covenant was countersigned by the Commanding Officers of the Red Arrows and the Queen’s Own Yeomanry — both proud affiliated units of the Woolmen.

The initiative was masterminded by Liveryman Stella Ray. Our sincere thanks to Stella for her dedication in making this happen. Stella has also taken on the role of the Woolmen’s Military Liaison Officer.

08/03/2026

Today we celebrate the Women of the Woolmen (WoW) – a group of women connected through the Worshipful Company of Woolmen who share friendship, fellowship and a love of wool.

WoW brings together women from many different backgrounds who enjoy being part of the Woolmen community and supporting one another along the way.

Here are some of the group bringing a little sparkle to a recent dinner. 👑

Happy International Women’s Day to all the women who are part of the Woolmen family. The wool industry is full of inspiring women doing extraordinary work.

10/02/2026

Woolman Alms Court dinner was held this year in the breathtaking surroundings of Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, one of York’s most historic architectural gems.

Steeped in over 650 years of history, this stunning medieval timber-framed hall dates back to 1357 and remains one of the finest surviving guild halls in Britain.

Its Great Hall — with soaring oak beams held together with wooden pegs — is the largest timber-framed space in the UK still used for its original purpose, giving us a real sense of what grand London livery spaces would have felt like before the Great Fire

08/02/2026

The Awards for 2026 are open for submission. Application is via the web site where the form can be downloaded. Closing date is 30 June 2026. See link for details https://innovationinwool.com

Do you have a commercial innovation using wool? 💡🤔 🐏
Wool is so versatile and can be transformed into many different products.
We look forward to seeing new and interesting innovations for 2026.

📸 - farmer, photographer and limited edition prints

21/12/2025

🎄 Festival of Lessons and Carols at All Hallows by-the-Tower 🎶

Earlier this month, members of the Worshipful Company of Woolmen gathered at the historic All Hallows by-the-Tower for our annual Festival of Lessons and Carols, held alongside the Worshipful Company of Watermen & Lightermen and the Worshipful Company of Bakers.

The service was beautifully led, with lessons read by the Master and Woolman Bridie Cunningham, and accompanied by glorious music in this remarkable setting by the Tower of London. It was a reflective and uplifting way to mark the season, bringing together liverymen, freemen, family and friends.

Following the service, Woolmen adjourned to Watermen’s Hall for drinks and supper, continuing the fellowship and festive spirit.

With thanks to all involved in organising such a memorable evening — and to everyone who joined us to celebrate tradition, community and the start of the Christmas season.

✨🎄

10/11/2025

Did you see the fantastic film of the Woolmen's Sheep Drive and the behind the scenes footage of the Seamark's Farm, on ?

If you missed it, you can catch up on the whole show on the

Let us know you loved most about the coverage.

We'd love to hear your thoughts as you see the beautiful farm where the sheep live when they're not enjoying the City of London and this year's event - our biggest and best yet.

A big thank you to and his brilliant team, farmers David and Barbara Seamark and for helping to make this happen.

Almost time to start planning for next year's event..

10/11/2025

Congratulations to Dame Susan Langley DBE for a very successful Lady Mayor's Show this weekend.

Master Woolmen David Hopkins, Consort Binnie and others from delighted in joining the procession through the City and Westminster.

The Show, which dates back more than 800 years is an opportunity for livery companies, charities, military personnel and businesses to parade through the streets of London.

What a wonderful day.

📸 Clive Totman & Woolmen

09/11/2025

At the going down of the sun
And in the morning,
We will remember them.

09/11/2025